Bethany Harrison began her service in the Lynchburg Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office in 2006. She currently serves as Chief Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney, supervising the assistant prosecutors and staff. Harrison is responsible for prosecuting the more serious crimes that occur within the city of Lynchburg.

Harrison has the endorsement and support of the current Commonwealth’s Attorney, Mike Doucette, who announced earlier that he will not seek reelection this year.

UPDATE: Bethany Harrison has now been endorsed by a total of 14 currently serving Commonwealth’s Attorneys. (7 Republicans, 5 Independents). Bethany is the only candidate who has been endorsed by a Commonwealth’s Attorney.

Bethany has been endorsed by many other individuals in public service.

Their endorsements and other endorsements of Bethany’s candidacy can be found by visiting the Endorsement Tracker.

Harrison serves as the President of the Board of CASA (Court Appointed Special Adocates) and also serves on the Board of Directors of the YWCA.

Bethany is also the Chairperson of the Coalition Against Domestic Violence for the 24th Judicial Circuit

More information about Chief Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney Bethany Harrison can be found by clicking here to Meet Bethany .

Harrison spells out important campaign issues and details how she plans to keep our City safe here.

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About Bethany

I began working at the Lynchburg Commonwealth’s Attorney’s office in 2006. I am now Chief Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney, handling the toughest cases and supervising many talented attorneys and staff. I work to do justice, hold the guilty accountable, and act as a voice for the citizens of Lynchburg and victims of crime in the local court system.

My Commitment To You

As the only qualified candidate, I will:

1. Never forget I work for you and your family.

2. Always work to keep this community safe by vigorously prosecuting violent crime.

4. Act with the integrity and professionalism the legal community has grown to expect from me.

5. Respect and defend the Constitution, ensuring fair and equal treatment under the law to all.

Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney

The Office of the Commonwealth's Attorney is responsible for the prosecution of all violations of the criminal law occurring in the City of Lynchburg. In addition, the office handles a variety of other public safety responsibilities ranging from training and advice to police officers to helping victims cope with the consequences of crime. Our office consists of a Commonwealth's Attorney, 2 Deputy Commonwealth's Attorneys, 9 Assistant Commonwealth's Attorneys, and a support staff of 19 members. We prosecute over 1,500 felony cases and more than 2,000 misdemeanor cases each year.

My Commitment To You

As the only qualified candidate, I will:

1. Never forget I work for you and your family.

2. Always work to keep this community safe by vigorously prosecuting violent crime.